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Accounting and finance jobs in Wellington.

92 open roles, 20 posted this week, most paying $89k to $159k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Accounting and finance17 days ago

    Audit Advisor

    Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand · 201-1000 employees

    A professional body representing financial professionals, advancing the profession through ethical standards, education, and advocacy.

    Wellington+1 more
    HybridFull timeContractNo experience needed

    Supporting auditor licensing · Monitoring audit activities · Maintaining regulatory protocols

    Strong interpersonal, written, and organisational skills; attention to detail; critical thinking; data analysis; familiarity with regulatory or membership environments advantageous.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance18 days ago

    Senior Adviser

    Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)

    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing financial models · Analysing business costs · Advising on cost recovery

    5+ yrsAt least five years’ relevant experience identifying cost-effective solutions to business risks and providing risk analysis; experience in cost recovery, costing and modelling, or finance-related areas; exceptional Microsoft Excel and data modelling skills; right to work in New Zealand or eligibility to obtain it

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Financial Analyst- contract

    Randstad New Zealand

    Wellington
    ContractSenior

    Generating routine charges · Maintaining database integrity · Forecasting billing volumes

    3+ yrs3–4 years in high-volume data, transactional, or rates-focused roles; CA qualification; Bachelor’s degree; proficiency with ERP systems, database software, advanced MS Office, and data reconciliation; familiarity with relevant government legislation and rating frameworks

  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Financial Analyst

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Wellington
    Full time

    Analyzing financial data · Challenging business assumptions · Shaping commercial decisions

    Experience in financial modelling, analysis, or commercial finance; advanced Excel capability

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Financial Accountant

    Xero · 5001+ employees

    A global software company providing cloud-based accounting tools for small businesses.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Delivering month-end close · Supporting financial reporting · Improving accounting processes

    Chartered Accountant qualification or working toward one

  • Accounting and finance19 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading financial accounting teams · Managing external reporting · Coordinating audit processes

    Tertiary degree in Accounting/Finance; CAANZ or equivalent membership; experience leading finance teams; knowledge of public sector accounting standards, tax compliance and the Public Finance Act; experience with financial management information systems and complex reconciliations

  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Senior Advisor Investment Planning

    Tiaki Wai · 201-1000 employees

    A council-owned organisation managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing investment advice · Analysing financial data · Facilitating investment decisions

    5+ yrs5+ years’ relevant experience; tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, economics, strategic planning, asset management or a similar discipline; legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance19 days ago

    Accounts Administrator

    Tiaki Wai · 201-1000 employees

    A council-owned organisation managing drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services across the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and Wellington.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Processing invoice payments · Auditing purchase orders · Supporting finance processes

    Demonstrated accounts payable experience; experience working in large financial information systems; knowledge of finance and basic accounting principles; intermediate competency in Microsoft Excel; legally entitled to work long-term in New Zealand or eligible to obtain a working visa

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance23 days ago

    Tax Director - Enterprise

    PwC · 1001-5000 employees

    A global professional services firm building trust in society and solving important problems.

    Wellington
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading client engagements · Providing tax advice · Mentoring team members

    Strong experience in tax advisory and compliance, technical capability in income tax and tax effect accounting, proven client leadership, people leadership, communication and analytical skills.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance23 days ago

    Senior Payroll Specialist

    Transpower New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing fortnightly payroll · Providing payroll advice · Reconciling payroll payments

    5+ yrsAt least five years’ payroll experience; NZPPA certification or equivalent recognised payroll qualification; advanced knowledge of Dayforce aPay or Oracle; understanding of New Zealand employment legislation; existing eligibility to work in New Zealand

  • Accounting and finance23 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Processing invoices · Completing reconciliations · Resolving queries

    2+ yrsAt least two to three years’ Accounts Payable experience; experience processing around 1,000 invoices per month; available for an immediate start; able to work in the office five days per week

  • Accounting and finance23 days ago

    Senior Relationship Associate

    Westpac New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand bank focused on building a fairer and stronger New Zealand for its people, customers, and communities.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Conducting credit analysis · Managing portfolio risk · Engaging with customers

    Experience in corporate, commercial or institutional banking, or a relevant credit-focused environment; strong financial analysis, credit assessment and credit writing capability; experience supporting complex lending structures and managing portfolio risk

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance23 days ago

    Senior Relationship Associate - Property Finance

    Westpac New Zealand · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand bank focused on building a fairer and stronger New Zealand for its people, customers, and communities.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Managing property portfolios · Preparing credit submissions · Assessing lending transactions

    Experience in property finance, commercial banking, structured lending, property, valuation, development, investment, corporate banking or related discipline; New Zealand property market knowledge; credit assessment and financial analysis capability; ability to assess complex lending structures and risks; commercial judgement; communication and relationship-management capability

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance24 days ago

    Finance Analyst

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Delivering financial reporting · Supporting planning cycles · Providing financial analysis

    3+ yrsAround 3 years' financial accounting experience; Chartered Accountant qualification or progress toward one

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance24 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSenior

    Producing performance reports · Managing shareholder reporting · Improving financial planning

    7+ yrsFinance or accounting degree; 7+ years’ experience in management accounting or financial planning/reporting; eligibility to work in New Zealand

  • Accounting and finance24 days ago

    Fund Administrator

    Apex Group Ltd · 5001+ employees

    A global fund administration and middle office solutions provider.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Overseeing administration services · Resolving client queries · Preparing client reports

    Previous experience in customer service and administration; numeracy, written and verbal communication skills

  • Accounting and finance24 days ago

    Management Accountant

    Silverstripe · 51-200 employees

    A technology company that builds and supports digital products and services.

    Wellington
    HybridFull timeMid level

    Preparing management reports · Developing budgets and forecasts · Optimizing financial systems

    3+ yrsCA/CPA qualified or equivalent; 3+ years finance or management accounting experience; strong accounting principles; experience with Xero, WorkflowMax, Spotlight Reporting; analytical and communication skills.

  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Payroll Team Leader

    Whānau Āwhina Plunket

    South Wairarapa District, Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Overseeing fortnightly payroll · Coordinating advisor workloads · Approving each pay run

    Payroll experience; prior leadership experience; ability to lead and coach colleagues

  • Accounting and finance25 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading statutory audits · Building client relationships · Coaching audit teams

    7+ yrsExternal audit experience in a professional services firm; strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting requirements and audit methodology

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Investment Analysis Specialist (until January 2028)

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing financial models · Evaluating financing structures · Assessing project risks

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Senior Management Accountant

    Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing financial reporting · Forecasting business performance · Budgeting across business groups

    5+ yrsCA/CPA qualified; relevant tertiary qualification; 5 or more years of post-qualification work experience

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Investment Analysis Specialist

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Developing financial models · Evaluating investment opportunities · Supporting capital allocation

    Parental leaveRetirement savings
  • Accounting and finance25 days ago

    Finance Manager (Financial Insights Specialist)

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing commercial insights · Analysing financial performance · Delivering forecasting activities

    Significant experience in commercial finance, financial insights, business partnering or a similar discipline; technical finance expertise; experience in complex commercial organisations; ability to interpret data and communicate insights; senior stakeholder relationship and influencing experience

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance26 days ago

    Team Leader Finance

    Environmental Protection Authority NZ

    Wellington
    Full timeManages people

    Leading financial accounting team · Overseeing financial processes · Providing budget advice

    CA membership of CAANZ or equivalent tertiary qualification

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance26 days ago

    Government Reporting Accountant

    The Treasury - New Zealand

    Wellington
    Full time

    Preparing financial statements · Producing fiscal forecasts · Providing accounting advice

    2+ yrsChartered Accountant qualification; at least two years of post-qualification financial accounting or auditing experience

  • Accounting and finance27 days ago

    ACC Regional Manager

    Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing hospital and medical services in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading regional teams · Overseeing revenue services · Standardising regional processes

    Experience as a people leader

  • Accounting and finance27 days ago
    Wellington
    Full time

    Supporting development projects · Leading budgeting and forecasting · Developing financial models and business cases

    CA ANZ or CPA qualified, or working towards completion; experience in management accounting, commercial finance or business partnering; financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting capability

    Generous leave
  • Accounting and finance27 days ago

    Financial Insights Specialist

    Contact Energy Ltd · 1001-5000 employees

    A New Zealand renewable energy company operating geothermal power plants to generate clean electricity.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing commercial insights · Analysing performance information · Delivering forecasting and planning

    Significant experience in commercial finance, financial insights, business partnering or similar; technical finance expertise; experience in complex commercially focused organisations; ability to interpret data and communicate insights; senior stakeholder relationship and influencing experience

    Retirement savings
  • Accounting and finance28 days ago

    Financial Accountant | Kaikaute Ahumoni

    Department of Conservation (DOC)

    Wellington
    Full time

    Delivering financial accounting · Leading financial reporting · Improving financial processes

    Tertiary qualification in Accounting; experience in financial accounting, financial reporting, asset accounting, taxation and reconciliations; financial auditing skills; strong Microsoft Excel skills; valid NZ work visa covering employment duration

  • Accounting and finance30 days ago
    Wellington
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Providing financial advice · Leading finance team · Managing budgets and forecasts

    Chartered Accountant (CA) status with CAANZ or equivalent professional body; extensive experience delivering strategic financial advice and analytical insights within large, complex organisations; proven track record leading, mentoring, and developing finance teams

About accounting and finance jobs in Wellington

There are 92 roles open for accounting and finance jobs in Wellington on the SmartCVs job board, 20 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 82 full time, 1 part time and 5 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $89k to $159k a year.

That's 92 of the 470 accounting and finance jobs across New Zealand.

1 ad says the employer will support a visa.

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